Mass Intentions

 Monday, May 31

      7:00 a.m.           Kristen Plantholt

      8:00 a.m.           Int. of Mary Kuhn

Tuesday, June 1

      7:00 a.m.           Marian Carr

      8:00 a.m.           Phillip Vaio

Wednesday, June 2

      7:00 a.m.           Kyle Slacum

      8:00 a.m.           Charles & Evelyn Young

Thursday, June 3

      7:00 a.m.           Ernest W. Stewart

      8:00 a.m.           Int. of Elizabeth Walz

Friday, June 4 (First Friday)

      7:00 a.m.           Irene Stem            

      9:30 a.m.           Thelma Boley

      7:00 p.m.           Int. of Henry & Irene Wheeler

Saturday, June 5

  8:00 a.m.           Sharon Wagner

  5:00 p.m.           Alice Van Dyk-Witteveen

Sunday, June 6

      7:15 a.m.           Ilko & Katherine Dyki

      9:15 a.m.           Phillip Buckleman

    11:15 a.m.           Edward Kowall

      3:15 p.m.           Oliver Harrison

      6:00 p.m.           Parishioners of St. John

 

From the Pastor

    On the Liturgical Calendar, this Sunday (the Solemnity of Pentecost) brings the Easter season to its conclusion. On our “Mental Health Calendar,” this Monday (Memorial Day) signals the approach of summer. Pentecost is not so much the ending of a liturgical season as it is the celebration of the beginning of the Church. With the coming of the Holy Spirit, the first disciples were empowered to go and teach all nations and witness to the presence, grace and power of God revealed to the world in Christ.  Strengthened by the same Holy Spirit, may we be faithful to the call to holiness. Memorial Day also has a profound meaning; calling us to remember those who have died in defense of our nation. This weekend provides us with a unique opportunity to appreciate the sacred and the profound in the ordinary experiences of life.

May God bless you,

 

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

FIRST FRIDAY MASSES ... June 4

Masses are 7:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. (attended by St. John School), & 7:00 p.m. Confessions: 8:45 – 9:15 a.m. & 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – Midnight, 2,3, & 8 a.m.; and 12 noon & 6 p.m.; Mondays – 1, 2 & 11 a.m.; Tuesdays – 3 & 7 a.m. and 1 & 11 p.m.; Wednesdays – 1,2 & 3 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Thursdays – 2 a.m. and 12:00 noon, 1 & 3 p.m.; Fridays – 12 midnight, 2&3 a.m., and 12 noon & 1 p.m.; Saturdays – 1,2 & 3 a.m.; and 1,2,3,9  & 10 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

We Pray …

WE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE of James Magee, Emmitt Askew, John Hinks,III, Mark Schultheis, Sr., Ollie Smith, Arthur Caple, and for their family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Faith Mort and the Novick family members, donated by Chris & Jim Mort. 

 

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET … Thursday Afternoons

Beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the church. The Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed before the Blessed Sacrament, ending with Benediction.

 

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTION: A traditional day to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to ask His mercy especially through the sacrament of confession. The devotion began with a private revelation from Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque during the 1600’s.

 

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTION: Fatima, Heaven’s Peace Plan. Join our Lady’s Blue Army on the first Saturday of each month with devotions following the 8:00 a.m. Mass and rosary.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … May 31 – June 6

Mon.:   Zep 3:14-18;  (Ps) Is 12:2-6;   Lk 1:39-56

Tues.:  2 Pt 3:12-15,17-18;   Ps 90:2-4,10,14,16;   Mk 12:13-17

Wed.:  2 Tm 1:1-3,6-12;   Ps 123:1-2;   Mk 12:18-27

Thurs.: 2 Tm 2:8-15;   Ps 25:4-5,8-10,14;   Mk 12:28-34

Fri.:      2 Tm 3:10-17;  Ps 119:157,160,161,165,166,168;  Mk 12:35-37

Sat.:      2 Tm 4:1-8;   Ps 71:8-9,14-17,22;   Mk 12:38-44

Sun.:     Prv 8:22-31;  Ps 8:4-9;   Rom 5:1-5;   Jn 16:12-15

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of May 23, 2004

Envelopes:       $21,755.75                               Attendance:  3752

Loose:                   5,300.75                               Poor Box:   $1,403.63

TOTAL:         $27,056.50

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $25,972.11 Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    7,114,633          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,842,508          Pledged to date:         7,114,633

Balance:               $  1,272,125 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       392,187

THANK YOU to all parishioners who have made a pledge. Memorial opportunities are still available. Please call the parish office to make, renew or extend your pledge.

 

THE SPECIAL COLLECTION next weekend is for The Annual Collection for Black & Native American Missions. Thank you for your generosity.

 

ESTATE PLANNING: If you are interested in a brochure outlining how you can plan for both your family and your parish through estate planning (formulating your will), just call the parish office at 410-848-4744 and request a free brochure.

IF YOU STILL WISH!  There is still time to make a donation to the Lenten Appeal. The act of giving is more important than the actual amount of the gift! Place your donation in an envelope marked “Lenten Appeal” and drop in the collection basket, bring it to the parish center or mail checks directly to the Lenten Appeal, PO Box 64512, Baltimore, MD 21264. Mark “St John Westminster” down in the memo line of your check. Thank you for your support!

 

School News

 

REMINDER: Grocery Certificates, Kohl's & Boscov’s Gift Cards are available in the front of school each morning and in the school office. The school makes 5% of the total sales.

 

PARENTS of INCOMING 8^th GRADERS: You should have received a letter from Ms. Brink and Jordan Tippett regarding the Confirmation program for next year. If you did not receive this important information about registration procedures, please call Jordan in the Religious Ed. Office at 410-848-8443.

 

 Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

LOST AND FOUND: Many items have been collected this year. If you are missing anything (jackets, gloves, books, etc.) please check with the office this week. After this week, items will be placed in the St. Vincent collection bins.

 

REGISTRATION FOR 2004/2005: Registration forms have been mailed to all families in the program. For those who are not already in the program, call the Religious Ed Office to register.

 

NOTICE to PARENTS of FIRST GRADERS: In order for your child to enroll for second grade to prepare for Reconciliation and Eucharist, he/she must have attended the 1^st grade Religious Ed. Class. If you have any questions, please call the office.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION forms are at the doors of the church.

 

 

 

MEMORIAL DAY COOK-OUT … Sunday, May 30

Immediately following the 6:00 p.m. Mass we will have a cookout! You bring the meat and a side dish to share, and join the entire parish for games, music and fun for everyone! We will provide all of the grills, drinks and paper products.

 

STEUBENVILLE 2004: Final payments are past due! Please get your money in as soon as possible. Also, please mark your calendar for the parent meeting held on Sunday, June 13th or Sunday, June 27^th! All teens must attend with at least one parent!

EAGLE of the CROSS AWARD: Congratulations to Tricia Bryan, this year’s recipient of the Archdiocesan Eagle of the Cross Award. This award is given to young people throughout the Archdiocese who give countless hours of volunteer time in the service of a parish.

 

10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY: During the weekend of July 24 – 25, Life Teen will kick off its 10 year anniversary! On Saturday, July 24^th, young adults are invited to join us for talks, a coffee house, and an evening of praise and worship. Sunday, July 25^th focuses on our teens, and they will have a chance to hear some great talks, have a picnic, and gather for the 6:00 p.m. Mass with Bishop Bennett. For more information, see the flyer in the back of church (Life Teen Section).

 

 

THANKS to everyone that came to the Luau! It was great!

 

THE EDGE LEADERSHIP CAMP: Join us this summer for The Edge Leadership Camp. The Boy’s camp will be July 20^th – 21^st, and the Girl’s camp is July 13^th – 14^th. The due date for registration is June 11^th. The cost is $40. Spaces are limited! For information, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

 

END of the YEAR COOKOUT … Friday June 4

From 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. behind the school. If you enjoyed last time, you don’t want to miss this one! Bring your friends for a great time!

 

YOUTH ALIVE LEADERSHIP CAMP: Join us this summer for the Youth Alive Leadership Camp. The Boy’s camp will be August 11^th – 12^th, and the Girl’s camp is August 9-10. The due date for registration is June 11^th. The cost is $40. Spaces are limited! For information, call Scott in the Religious Ed. Office.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEETING … Wednesday, June 2

At 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. This will be the final monthly meeting until September. We will have an election of officers, followed by a social gathering. Don’t forget to bring a treat to share. If you would like to learn more about the work this organization does, please join this meeting or call Patty Terrano at 410-857-1473.

 

BLESSINGS CLOSET: St. Vincent de Paul is asking for your help to assist us in supporting Shepherd’s Staff Blessings Closet. Each weekend during the month of May, please bring in the following items and put them in the baskets near the doors of the church. Most Needed: Laundry detergent, disposable diapers, bath tissue, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes. Also needed: Paper towels, napkins, tissue, all purpose cleaners, trash bags, feminine supplies, baby care items, light bulbs, and liquid food supplements. These items will be delivered to Shepherd’s Staff to be distributed to needy families in the Westminster area. Thank you for your continued generosity.

 

activities in Our Parish

FILIAE MARIAE BOOK CLUB … Tuesday, June 1

Discussion will be at 7:00 p.m. in the parish center. Sign-up by email at: filiaemariae@sjwest.org or call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250. The book selections are; “Holiness for Housewives: by Hubertzans Zeller; “The Life of Blessed Gianna Molla”, and “Hail, Holy Queen” by Scott Hahn.  Books may be purchased at Little Rose of Sharon.

 

PAMPERED CHEF BINGO … Saturday, June 5

Doors open at 5:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Games to begin at 6:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit the American Diabetes Association. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. For tickets call Grace Schnauble at 410-848-1245 or 410-259-6802.

 

ST. JOHN LADIES’ SODALITY ... Sunday, June 6

Sodality meets for the 9:15 a.m. Mass, followed by the meeting in the parish center. Please note there will be no meeting in July or August, however, we will continue to attend the 9:15 a.m. Mass those months.

 

WELCOMING SESSION & REGISTRATION … Sun. June 6

From 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. in the St. Luke room in the school. If you are interested in becoming a member of St. John Parish or interested in getting involved in the parish, please attend.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING ... Monday, June 7

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. The Council welcomes your attendance and invites you to bring your concerns or comments to its attention by calling the parish office and leaving your name and phone number. A Council member will return your call.

 

 WHEN POLITICS & FAITH MEET & COLLIDE … Sat., June 12

At 9:00 a.m. (after the 8 a.m. Mass) Fr. Brian will begin the 1^st of 3 talks on how we understand the role of our Catholic faith in light of political and social issues. We will include a discussion of current events and issues in light of the election year. We will meet in the parish office and light refreshments will be served. Invite your friends and family to be more informed about our Catholic faith.

 

MEMORIAL BRICKS … On Sale until June 12

You can honor a person or family member or memorialize a loved one. The costs of the bricks are: $75 for 4 x 8 and a limited number of 8 x 8 for $150. 4 x 8 forms are available at the parish office; please call Kathy Duex at 410-848-4469 for an 8 x 8 form. The bricks from the last campaign are now installed. All proceeds go toward furnishing the church.

 

FILIAE MARIAE “HOW to PRAY” … Wednesday, June 16

At 7:00 in the parish center. Filiae Mariae and Fr. Brian will present “How to Pray” an evening of lecture on Fr. Thomas Dubay’s book, “Prayer Primer.” All women are welcome!

 

K of C ANNUAL GOLF OUTING … Friday, August 20

At the Links at Gettysburg. The cost is $100 per player with all proceeds going the St. John Youth Ministry. There will be many more “Hole in One” prizes and many other awards. For information and reservations, call John Stephens at 410-848-3722 or Dean Ditman at 410-848-5579. Last year was a sell out!

ST. JOHN PARISH PICNIC … Saturday, August 21

At Shriver Homestead in Union Mills. Tickets will be $2.00 per person or $8.00 per family. Mark this date on your calendar now!

 

CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL … Friday Evenings

From 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the gym. For more information, please call Karl at 410-840-3287.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY CERAMIC TILE:  The 6” square tile shows a gold metallic representation of our Sesquicentennial logo and detailed images of the three churches. Cost is $10, and may be purchased in the parish office, Mon. – Fri., from 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK & VIDEO are available for pick-up and sale at the Parish Office, Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To make arrangements for evening pick-up, call Sue Ripper at 410-876-3472 or Norma in the parish office (ext. 217).

 

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER? We are accepting and training new altar servers for the year. New servers must participate in two 1½-hour training sessions. We will offer two sets of training sessions, and new servers may choose which set of sessions to attend. The first set of practices will be held on Tuesday, June 22, and Thursday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m. The second set will be held on Saturday, July 10, and Saturday, July 17, at 8:45 a.m. If you are in the 5^th grade or older, and would like to minister to the Lord and St. John’s Church by serving at the altar, please pick up a sign-up sheet at the front desk of the parish office, and return it at the practice session that you attend.  Any questions, please call Sem. Jim at the parish office.

 

ST. JOHN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS 2004: St. John School is pleased to again offer summer camps: Aerobics Tuesdays and Thursdays in July; Art/Water coloring 6/28-7/2; Architecture 6/28-7/1; Girl’s Basketball 6/28-7/2; Baseball 7/5-7/9; Bowling Fridays in June, July & August; Girl’s Flag Football 7/19-7/23; Gardening 6/28-7/2; Karate 6/14-6/18, 7/12-7/16; Girl’s Beginners Lacrosse 6/14-6/17; Nature 6/14-6/17; Scrap Booking 7/5-7/8; and Tennis 6/21-6/25.  For info or to register, call Jenny at 410-239-6179.

 

In our Community

TIMBER RIDGE ICE CREAM SOCIAL …  Sunday, June 6

From 2-4 p.m. at the Community Center. Cost is $1.00. The Westminster Municipal Band will perform at 2:30 p.m.

 

2004 BAKER-YINGLING-SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: The Community Foundation of Carroll County is accepting applications for the 2004 Baker-Yingling Scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide children in St. John’s basketball programs with academic scholarships to high school or college.

 

At Other Parishes

UPCOMING DAY RETREATS at the GROTTO: All retreats are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and include: Mass, spiritual conferences, rosary, confessions, Divine Mercy Chaplet and meditations on the Mass, (break for lunch), procession to the Grotto, prayers & hymns of praise. June 5 ~ Family Retreat; July 17 ~ Women’s Retreat; July 31 ~ Men’s Retreat. For information or to register, call the Grotto Office at 301-447-53183.

KNIGHTS BREAKFAST BUFFET … Sunday June 13

From 7 a.m. – 12 noon at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Taneytown. The cost is $5.50/adults and $3.25 for children 7-10 and includes; Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Pancakes, Potatoes, Juice/Tea/Coffee, and much more. Homemade baked goods are also available. Sponsored by Knight of Columbus, St. Joseph Council 11631.

 

BASKETBALL CAMP at GIBBONS: Three great weeks: July 19-23, July 26-20, and August 16-20. For info contact Bob Flynn at 410-644-1770 ext 126 or www.cardinalgibbons.com.

 

SUMMER CAMPS at MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY: Mount de Sales will be the host to several camps throughout the summer: Dance, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Strength and Conditioning. For info, contact 410-744-8498.

 

Vocations/Archdiocese

MARRIAGE – A VOCATION TO HOLINESS: Married couples experiencing some difficulties in the marriage, but willing to put their best effort into living their vows, are encouraged to participate in a retreat called “Retrouvaille” on September 10-12. For information, please call 410-647-0350.

 

TRAVELING CHALICE PROGRAM: Each week a St. John family receives the chalice and the commission at Mass to pray for an increase in vocations.  Sign up now to have your family receive the chalice. For information, call Ms. Hopkins at 410-857-5487.